Former NATO military chief keynotes Wales defence briefing on UK Strategic Defence Review
Air Chief Marshal The Lord Peach, former chairman of NATO's Military Committee, gave the keynote at the RFCA for Wales Annual Briefing on 22 October 2026 at HMS CAMBRIA, attended by about 150 guests. The talk covered the UK's Strategic Defence Review and what it means for defence and for Wales. Air Commodore Adrian Williams OBE, the incoming chair, welcomed guests, and outgoing chair Brigadier Russ Wardle OBE DL was thanked for his service.
What does it mean?
The UK is reviewing how its armed forces are run, and this event explained what that review means for Wales. Reservists, employers and local officials heard from speakers on how it affects them. It was an information event, so no new rules or payments were announced.
Who is affected?
Members of the Armed Forces community, reservists, cadets and their volunteers, employers and partner organisations in Wales.